Classic Raisin Sauce Recipe for Baked Ham

Raisin sauce with baked ham is a tradition in many families, and you might have fond memories of the sauce with an Easter or Christmas dinner. You don't have to wait for a holiday to enjoy it - serve the sauce with a ham steak or pork chops for a tasty everyday meal.

The sweet and sour combination of brown sugar, vinegar, and lemon juice is classic. Use apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, or a wine vinegar in the sauce. Add some cinnamon or a touch of ground cloves and mace if you like spice flavor in the sauce.

What You'll Need

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 tablespoon vinegar

1 cup raisins

1/4 teaspoon lemon zest (finely grated)

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 1/2 cups water

How to Make It

Combine brown sugar, cornstarch and dry mustard in a small saucepan. Blend well.